1998 BMW 730 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 11 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), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 575 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 730 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 730 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |