1998 BMW 729 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 729. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 729 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 729 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 BMW 729. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 729. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 729 weights approximately 600 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, 1998 BMW 729 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 729 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 729 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | BMW | Scion |
Model | 729 | FR-S |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |