1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2001 Pagani Zonda is newer by 14 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 160 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, 2001 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | Sierra | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
