1998 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Lexus SC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus SC weights approximately 84 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. 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, 2007 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 2007 Lexus SC | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 320 | SC |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |