1995 BMW 520 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1995 BMW 520 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 520 weights approximately 398 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 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 520 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 520 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
