1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, 2007 Saleen S7 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 660 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saleen S7 weights approximately 192 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.
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, 2007 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 806 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Ford | Saleen |
| Model | Sierra | S7 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2692 mm |
