1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1989 BMW Z1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW Z1 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1984 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, 1989 BMW Z1 (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW Z1 | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z1 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |