1996 BMW 332 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 330 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 332 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
