2008 BMW 320 vs. 2003 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus GS (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GS weights approximately 170 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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GS. 2003 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2003 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 320 | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
