1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 87 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 208 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 208 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |