1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 702 kg more than 1989 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |
