2005 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus SC would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2000 Lexus SC.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2000 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 325 | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
