2008 Lexus GS vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (242 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. 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 GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | GS | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 63 L |
