1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 25 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 785 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.
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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Sierra | 335 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |