2009 BMW 550 vs. 2007 Lexus SC
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Lexus SC. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus SC. (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2007 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 550 | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4293 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
