1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1990 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 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Sierra | 750 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3071 mm |