2006 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 605 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | M3 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
