2005 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 573 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. 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, 2005 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2013 Scion tC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 730 | tC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
