2003 BMW 520 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 16 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 465 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 520 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 2303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
