1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 13 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1214 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Sierra | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 94 L |
