2003 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2013 Scion tC.
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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | BMW | Scion |
Model | 320 | tC |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |