2001 BMW M vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 124 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.
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 M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | M | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
