1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 20 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 480 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Sierra | GT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |
