1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 2 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 265 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
