1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 25 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 3,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C weights approximately 414 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, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C 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. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
| Make | Ford | McLaren |
| Model | Sierra | MP4-12C |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1199 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
