1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 475 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.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
