1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 611 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 335 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
