2004 BMW 545 vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 9 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1995 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, 2004 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 545 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
