2007 BMW 130 vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 2 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130.
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, 2005 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130. 2005 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2005 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 130 | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
