2009 BMW 635 vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 635 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1997 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 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 635 | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 635 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
