2001 BMW 745 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 608 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2013 Scion tC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 745 | tC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
