1992 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 534 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Sierra | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
