1988 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 665 kg more than 1988 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Sierra | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Sierra | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
