2007 BMW 650 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 650 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
