1999 AC Cobra vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 12 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Sierra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |