2007 BMW 130 vs. 1986 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 361 kg more than 1986 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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra. 2007 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1986 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
