2008 Lexus LS vs. 2011 BMW 128
To start off, 2011 BMW 128 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2011 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 360 kg more than 2011 BMW 128. 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 LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 128. 2008 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LS | 2011 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | LS | 128 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 53 L |
