1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 58 kg more than 2012 Lotus Evora.
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, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Scorpio | Evora |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1222 mm |