2006 BMW 545 vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2006 BMW 545 and 2006 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Lexus SC. (283 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus SC.
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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus SC. (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 545 | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4293 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
