1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 440 kg more than 1991 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 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Sierra | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Sierra | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |