1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 457 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ford Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (238 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 356 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
