1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 271 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S. 2013 Scion FR-S has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Scion FR-S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
| Model | Chevelle | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
