2003 AC Cobra vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 16 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (204 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 188 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |
