2007 BMW 120 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 120 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 105 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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion FR-S has manual transmission. 2013 Scion FR-S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 120 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
