1994 BMW 318 vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio
To start off, both 1994 BMW 318 and 1994 Ford Scorpio were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 318 | 1994 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 318 | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |