2007 BMW 325 vs. 1986 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 511 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1986 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
