2009 BMW 125 vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 4 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 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 416 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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, 2005 Lexus SC (442 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2005 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 125 | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
