1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1987 Ford Aerostar is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 (120 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 (189 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 220 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
