1991 BMW 318 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 11 kg more than 1991 BMW 318. 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 318 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 318 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
