1989 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 24 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 965 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Sierra | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Sierra | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2968 mm |