1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1996 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1996 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 275 kg more than 1987 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, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1996 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Sierra | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
