1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 95 kg more than 1991 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
