2009 BMW 125 vs. 2009 Lexus IS

To start off, both 2009 BMW 125 and 2009 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 324 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, 2009 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2009 Lexus IS 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. 2009 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 125 2009 Lexus IS
Make BMW Lexus
Model 125 IS
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2499 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 245 km/hour 230 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 8.1 seconds
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 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 65 L