1994 BMW 750 vs. 1996 Lexus SC

To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1996 Lexus SC. 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus SC. (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus SC.

Compare all specifications:

1994 BMW 750 1996 Lexus SC
Make BMW Lexus
Model 750 SC
Year Released 1994 1996
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5379 cc 3969 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 322 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 365 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 87.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 82.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2700 mm