1977 BMW 628 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 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 628.
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 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 628 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 628 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
