1991 Ford Sierra vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Porsche 356 (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 210 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Sierra (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Porsche 356. (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 356 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
