1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 297 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Scion |
| Model | 512 TR | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
