1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 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 305 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1145 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 |
