2009 BMW 120 vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 172 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, 2009 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 120 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
