1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 24 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), 2011 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 120 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Sierra | 116 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
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 | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |