1981 BMW 745 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 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 1981 BMW 745 has manual transmission. 1981 BMW 745 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:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 745 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 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 | 1590 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
