1960 BMW 700 vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. 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, 2004 Lexus SC (441 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 700 | SC |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
