1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,998 cc (2 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 1984 Ford Sierra has automatic transmission and 2004 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2004 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Ford Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Sierra | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
