1974 BMW Touring vs. 1997 Lexus SC
To start off, 1997 Lexus SC is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus SC weights approximately 520 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 1997 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | Touring | SC |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
