1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 11 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Scorpio | 325 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
