1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 485 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Sierra | 911 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |