1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1987 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 (364 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1170 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 |
