2004 BMW M5 vs. 1998 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1998 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1998 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M5 | 1998 Lexus SC | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | M5 | SC |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |