1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1966 Ginetta G12
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 303 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12.
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, 1966 Ginetta G12 (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Ginetta G12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1966 Ginetta G12 | |
Make | Ford | Ginetta |
Model | Sierra | G12 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |