2009 Lexus LS vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2012 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 141 kg more than 2012 BMW 123. 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 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2012 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | LS | 123 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 51 L |
