2009 Brilliance BS6 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS6 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS6 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Brilliance | Ford |
| Model | BS6 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
