2005 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1986 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,997 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 661 kg more than 1986 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 Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Maranello | 1986 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
