1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (265 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (404 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | 500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
