1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 28 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 554 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1509 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 859 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 2012 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Sierra | 57 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 110 L |
