1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 915 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 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
