1988 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Sierra | 325 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |