1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 102 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.
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, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 410 Superamerica | Sierra |
Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |