2004 BMW 535 vs. 2009 Lexus SC
To start off, 2009 Lexus SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus SC (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Lexus SC.
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, 2004 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus SC. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 2009 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 535 | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
