2008 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 166 kg more than 2008 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, 2009 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 325 | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4608 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 493 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 84 L |
