2008 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 405 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, 2012 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 320 | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
