1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1986 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1986 Ford Aerostar is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 60 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1986 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB4 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
