1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 7 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), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 204 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
