2011 Lexus IS vs. 2010 BMW 125
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 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 125 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 416 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
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, 2011 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Lexus IS | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | IS | 125 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4633 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |