1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 525 kg more than 1990 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Sierra | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |