1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1987 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 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 M3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | M3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
