2008 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 430 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 550 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
