1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 28 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 415 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Sierra | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Sierra | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1375 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |