1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Morgan Aero
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero is newer by 19 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
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, 2006 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2006 Morgan Aero | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Sierra | Aero |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |