1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo 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 171 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 758 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | Turbo | SC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
