1977 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 BMW 530. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 530 weights approximately 119 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, 1977 BMW 530 (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 530 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | BMW | Scion |
Model | 530 | FR-S |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |