1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M 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 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (204 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 265 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 F512 M (719 Nm) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F512 M | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F512 M | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7255 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
