1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 240 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 LM | Sierra |
Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 45 L |