2012 BMW 116 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 116 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 67 kg more 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 116 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 116 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
