2009 BMW 335 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (289 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 335 | IS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
