2007 Lexus LS 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 LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LS 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 (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120.
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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | LS | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 51 L |
