1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Lexus SC. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus SC.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | Pickster | SC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
