2005 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1990 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1990 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
