1995 BMW 330 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1987 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
