2008 BMW 530 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 21 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 575 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
