2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 22 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (204 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 440 kg more than 1987 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 456M | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
