1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1989 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
