2001 Lexus SC vs. 2006 BMW 630
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus SC would be higher. Both 2001 Lexus SC and 2006 BMW 630 are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 91 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus SC. 2006 BMW 630 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. 2006 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus SC | 2006 BMW 630 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | SC | 630 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2790 mm |