2008 BMW 550 vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Lexus SC. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 82 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus SC. (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2001 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 550 | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4293 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
