1995 BMW S3 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 590 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 S3 (260 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | S3 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
