2003 BMW 530 vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1985 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
