1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
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, 1984 Ford Sierra (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Sierra | 356 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |