2004 Lexus SC vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 BMW 630. 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 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus SC | 2008 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | SC | 630 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
