1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 27 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 550 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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Sierra | 325 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |