1976 BMW 633 vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 633 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 633 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1976 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 633 | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 633 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
