1995 Lexus SC vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1995 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 539 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.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus SC. (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lexus SC | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | SC | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
