1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | X1 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
