Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus SC | BMW 1-Series | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 215 kW@5600 430 Nm@3400 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 224 kW@5800 407 Nm@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 | 2,619 mm | 2,659 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,534 mm | 4,374 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,829 mm | 1,748 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,349 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,742 kg | 1,645 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 75 L | 53 L | 22 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 945 mm | 980 mm | -35 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,367 mm | 1,372 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,415 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,107 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 688 mm | 940 mm | -252 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,184 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,257 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 688 mm | 813 mm | -125 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,796 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 249 L | 241 L | 8 L |
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 |