2009 BMW 130 vs. 1990 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 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 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra. 2009 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 1990 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
