1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 91 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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 Ford Shelby GT 500 (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Sierra | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
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 | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |