2001 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2001 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 142 kg more than 2001 BMW 325. 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, 2006 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 325 | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 325 | SC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
