1995 BMW S3 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 474 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | S3 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
