1988 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Sierra | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Sierra | 325 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |