1990 BMW 525 vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1990 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 525 | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68.5 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |