1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1993 Ford Scorpio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Scorpio | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Scorpio | 500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
