2009 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 5 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 2004 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 320 | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
