2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2006 BMW Z4 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 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Lexus SC. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2006 Lexus SC | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | Z4 | SC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |