2009 BMW 320 vs. 1997 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LS weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 1997 Lexus LS (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1997 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 320 | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
