2009 BMW 535 vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra.
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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
