2007 Lexus LS vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 475 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. 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 LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2004 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | LS | 320 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 63 L |
