1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 22 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 515 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2009 Ferrari 599 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ferrari 599 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Ford | Ferrari |
Model | Sierra | 599 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |