2009 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS 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 LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 320 | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 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 | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 84 L |
