2007 Lexus LS vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 6 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 85 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (296 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 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 LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 3 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Lexus LS | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | LS | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1375 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 61 L |