1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 21 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), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 363 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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Sierra | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
