2000 BMW 330 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 13 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 370 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, 2000 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
