2012 BMW M5 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 M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 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, 2012 BMW M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S. 2012 BMW M5 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. 2012 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW M5 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | M5 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 560 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 680 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1892 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1425 mm |
