1999 Ferrari F50 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 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S. 2013 Scion FR-S has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Scion FR-S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Ferrari | Scion |
Model | F50 | FR-S |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 50 L |