2009 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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, 2012 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 320 | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
