1996 Lexus SC vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 BMW 528. (240 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 177 kg more than 1996 Lexus SC.
Because 2012 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 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, 1996 Lexus SC (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 528. (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus SC | 2012 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | SC | 528 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
