1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
