1988 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 25 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1988 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Sierra | 2013 BMW M3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Sierra | M3 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4618 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2761 mm |