1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 534 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2114 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
