1983 BMW 320 vs. 1993 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1993 Ford Scorpio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 320 (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 265 kg more than 1983 BMW 320.
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, 1983 BMW 320 (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 320 | 1993 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 320 | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |