2007 Lexus IS vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS.
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, 2011 BMW 520 (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS. 2011 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 2007 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2007 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | IS | 520 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
