1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 264 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S. 1976 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion FR-S has manual transmission. 2013 Scion FR-S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 BMW 3.3 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | BMW | Scion |
Model | 3.3 | FR-S |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |