2009 BMW 125 vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 336 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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, 1998 Lexus GS (301 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 1998 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 125 | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
