2009 BMW 120 vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus IS would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 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, 2009 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1999 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 120 | IS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
