2001 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2001 BMW 318 and 2001 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 314 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. 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, 2001 Lexus SC (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2001 Lexus SC | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 318 | SC |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |