2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 12 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 435 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
