1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 535 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 2009 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Sierra | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
