2005 Lexus SC vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus SC would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus SC | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | SC | 335 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |