1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 is newer by 12 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 996 weights approximately 168 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.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 996 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
