1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 28 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 380 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, 2012 BMW 120 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Sierra | 120 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |