1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1984 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, 1999 BMW Z3 (320 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
