2001 BMW 745 vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2001 BMW 745 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Lexus SC. 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 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus SC. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2001 Lexus SC has manual transmission. 2001 Lexus SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 2001 Lexus SC | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 745 | SC |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |