2007 BMW 328 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
