2000 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Lexus SC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 730 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 (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 198 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730. 2007 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 730 | 2007 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 730 | SC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
