1990 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 128 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 328 GTS | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
