1993 Ford Aerostar vs. 1969 Porsche 912
To start off, 1993 Ford Aerostar is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 440 kg more than 1969 Porsche 912. 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, 1993 Ford Aerostar (225 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1993 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Aerostar | 1969 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Aerostar | 912 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2220 mm |
