1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 545 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 E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | E |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1398 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
