2009 BMW 135 vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 15 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 11 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, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1994 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 135 | Scorpio |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |