1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1989 Ford Aerostar is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 412 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
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, 1989 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1989 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Aerostar | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Aerostar | GT 40 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 85 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 72.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |