2009 BMW 120 vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 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 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1991 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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 120 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
