1983 BMW 316 vs. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra weights approximately 410 kg more than 1983 BMW 316. 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, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 316 | 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Monteverdi |
| Model | 316 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
