Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus SC | BMW 1-Series | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 288 hp@5600 317 lb-ft@3400 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 104.7 in | -1.6 in |
Length | 178.5 in | 172.2 in | 6.3 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 68.8 in | 3.2 in |
Height | 53.1 in | 55.6 in | -2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3840 lb. | 3626 lb. | 214 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 5.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 38.6 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 54.0 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 0.0 in | 55.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.6 in | 41.4 in | 2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 27.1 in | 37.0 in | -9.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 46.6 in | 42.2 in | 4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.5 in | 0.0 in | 49.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 27.1 in | 32.0 in | -4.9 in |
Total Legroom | 70.7 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | -2.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 8.8 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 | 0.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Lexus SC.
2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Sport seats are great see full BMW 1-Series review |
2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Either young children for longer drives or most adults for trips below 30-40 miles each way. Just a "small car" (though with more rear-room that Lexus 250-350 4-door series!). see full BMW 1-Series review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Impractical for adults for anything but short runs see full BMW 1-Series review |