2009 BMW 630 vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 8 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. Both 2009 BMW 630 and 2001 Lexus SC are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2001 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 630 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 630 | 2001 Lexus SC | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 630 | SC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |