2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1992 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1992 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra. 2005 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 612 | 1992 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 612 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 515 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |