1988 BMW 524 vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 524 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 524 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1988 BMW 524.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 524 | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
Make | BMW | Mahindra |
Model | 524 | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2609 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |