1996 BMW 840 vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1985 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, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 840 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |