1989 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1989 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Sierra | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Sierra | 740 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3071 mm |