2010 Lexus IS vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 347 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2010 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2010 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus IS | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | IS | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
