2001 BMW 750 vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2001 BMW 750 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1989 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra. 2001 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
