1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Sierra | 325 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |