2009 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 835 kg more than 2009 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | M3 | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 84 L |
