1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1987 Ford Aerostar is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 715 kg more than 1987 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Sixty | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 88 HP |
Torque | 582 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3030 mm |