1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 26 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 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, 2010 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 1984 Ford Sierra has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Ford Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | M3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
