2009 BMW M5 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 M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 704 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | M5 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 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 Weight | 1955 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
