2009 BMW 116 vs. 1993 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 116 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
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, 1993 Ford Scorpio (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 1993 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 116 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
