1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2010 BMW 650
To start off, 2010 BMW 650 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 650 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1998 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Scorpio | 2010 BMW 650 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Scorpio | 650 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1374 mm |