1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1565 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 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 758 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2009 Maybach 57 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 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Sierra | 57 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3400 mm |
