1971 Monteverdi Sierra vs. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1456 kg more than 1971 Monteverdi 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, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Monteverdi Sierra | 2010 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Monteverdi | Ford |
Model | Sierra | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |