2008 BMW 130 vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1984 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, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
