2008 BMW 120 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 21 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. 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, 2008 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC. 2008 BMW 120 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. 2008 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 120 | tC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
