2009 BMW 740 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 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 860 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, 2009 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 740 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
