2007 BMW M3 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 565 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
