2004 BMW 760 vs. 2004 Lexus SC

To start off, both 2004 BMW 760 and 2004 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 760 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 BMW 760 (602 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (447 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW 760 2004 Lexus SC
Make BMW Lexus
Model 760 SC
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6129 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 438 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 602 Nm 447 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2210 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 66 L


 

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