1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 BMW 520. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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, 2009 BMW 520 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2009 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 BMW 520 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Sierra | 520 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |