1985 BMW 316 vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, both 1985 BMW 316 and 1985 Ford Sierra were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1985 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 135 kg more than 1985 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 316 | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 316 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
