2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1984 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
