2003 BMW 645 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 439 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | BMW | Scion |
Model | 645 | FR-S |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |