1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1989 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 5 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 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 160 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1989 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 TR | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |
