1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2010 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 23 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1485 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, 2010 Bentley Brooklands (1,048 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 906 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2010 Bentley Brooklands 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. 2010 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2010 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Sierra | Brooklands |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 1048 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3117 mm |