1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 2010 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Scorpio | 2010 BMW 320 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Scorpio | 320 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |