2011 Lexus LS vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 478 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Lexus LS | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | LS | 325 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 497 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 63 L |