2009 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 330 | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2994 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 71 L |
