2009 BMW 120 vs. 1993 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus LS weights approximately 489 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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, both vehicles can yield 350 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1993 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 120 | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
