2007 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus SC.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2005 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 328 | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
