1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 22 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 615 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.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 328 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
