2009 BMW 330 vs. 1988 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 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 168 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1988 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
