1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 2004 Maybach 57
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1989 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 677 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Aerostar | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Aerostar | 57 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 901 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3400 mm |
