1988 BMW 316 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 316 weights approximately 463 kg more than 2013 Scion tC.
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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 316. (127 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 316 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 316 | tC |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
