2007 Lexus GS vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 36 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lexus GS (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series. 2007 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 1 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Lexus GS | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | GS | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 53 L |