2009 BMW 550 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 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 550 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 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 |
