2008 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (176 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 328 | IS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
