1995 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 42 kg more than 1995 BMW 330. 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, 2006 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 330 | SC |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
