1983 BMW 323 vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1383 kg more than 1983 BMW 323.
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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 323 | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | BMW | Mahindra |
| Model | 323 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 20.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 2510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |
