1987 Ford Aerostar vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP) has 312 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (440 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Aerostar | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Aerostar | 911 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 400 HP |
Torque | 160 Nm | 440 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2451 mm |