2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (160 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2104 kg more than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (388 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
| Model | Excursion | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 82 L |
