2008 Lexus IS vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (270 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS. 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 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 335 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | IS | 335 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |