1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 197 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Porsche | Scion |
| Model | 911 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
