2010 BMW 535 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2011 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 535 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 535 | IS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
