1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 26 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), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 620 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | CLS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2874 mm |
