1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 2.8 (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 2.8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. 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, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2.8 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
