1988 BMW 535 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 520 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 535 (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
