1992 Ford Scorpio vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1992 Ford Scorpio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 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, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Scorpio | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Scorpio | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |