2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 220 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 Lexus IS (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2008 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 320 | IS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 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 - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |