1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1963 MG MGB
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1963 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1963 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 350 kg more than 1963 MG MGB. 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1963 MG MGB | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Sierra | MGB |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2320 mm |
