2001 BMW M vs. 2000 Lexus SC
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus SC weights approximately 101 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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 M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2000 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | M | SC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
