1995 BMW S3 vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, both 1995 BMW S3 and 1995 Lexus SC were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1995 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Lexus SC (365 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 1995 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW S3 | 1995 Lexus SC | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | S3 | SC |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 365 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |