2008 BMW 318 vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 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, 2008 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1994 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
