1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 602 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 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | E |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2875 mm |
