1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. 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 (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1968 Opel GT | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Sierra | GT |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |