1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 339 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
Model | Camaro | FR-S |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |