1972 BMW Touring vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 1995 Lexus SC is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus SC weights approximately 603 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lexus SC (350 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1995 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | Touring | SC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
