2007 Lexus IS vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 5 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 225 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | IS | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
