1997 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 472 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 1997 BMW 730 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1997 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 730 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 730 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |
