2003 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 191 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 M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | M3 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
