2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 11 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 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 219 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4. 1995 Ford Scorpio has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Scorpio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
