2007 BMW 650 vs. 1988 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 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 289 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1988 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra. 2007 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 1988 Ford Sierra | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 650 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1010 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 |