2008 Lexus GS vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, both 2008 Lexus GS and 2008 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | GS | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 63 L |
