2005 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 325 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
