1988 BMW M3 vs. 1998 Lexus SC
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus SC weights approximately 275 kg more than 1988 BMW M3. 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, 1998 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 1998 Lexus SC | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | M3 | SC |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |