2008 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus SC would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 530 | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
