1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 26 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), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 990 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.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3070 mm |
