1998 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 183 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.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Scion FR-S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Porsche | Scion |
Model | 911 | FR-S |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 296 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2570 mm |