1988 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 775 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Ford Sierra | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | E |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2015 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1402 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |