2005 BMW 545 vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1984 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 545 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
