2009 BMW 330 vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2304 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
