2009 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S. 2009 BMW 530 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. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 530 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | BMW | Scion |
Model | 530 | FR-S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 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 Length | 4850 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |