1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 BMW 535
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 25 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 535 weights approximately 765 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, 2009 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (98 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 2009 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2009 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 535 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
