1997 BMW 850 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 10 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 810 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
