2007 BMW 750 vs. 2006 Lexus SC

To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Lexus SC. (283 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 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, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus SC. (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus SC.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 750 2006 Lexus SC
Make BMW Lexus
Model 750 SC
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 419 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.3 seconds 6.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2055 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption City 16.9 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 12 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 75 L


 

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