1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 275 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
