2005 BMW 535 vs. 1992 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1992 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, 2005 BMW 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 1992 Ford Sierra | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 535 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |