1994 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 384 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. 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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | M5 | tC |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3793 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
