1988 BMW 524 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 1 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 524 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 524 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 220 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, 1988 BMW 524 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 524 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 524 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
