1991 Ford Sierra vs. 1982 BMW 318
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 318 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 125 kg more than 1982 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Sierra (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 318. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 1982 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 318 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
