2010 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2012 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 335 | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 335 | IS |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |