1994 Ferrari F355 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 F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 120 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 F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Scion |
| Model | F355 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
