2009 BMW 650 vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus SC weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus SC. (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 650 | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
