2006 BMW 740 vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 17 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 930 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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
