1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 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 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1050 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2012 BMW 535 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. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 535 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3071 mm |
