2008 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus GS weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 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, 2001 Lexus GS (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2001 Lexus GS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 320 | GS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |