1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 810 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 400 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
