1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 14 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 31 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Scorpio | 125 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
