1976 BMW 628 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 628 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
