2008 Lexus IS vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus IS would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
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, 2010 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | IS | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
