1995 Ford Aerostar vs. 2012 Ferrari California
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (134 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari California weights approximately 220 kg more than 1995 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, 2012 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Aerostar | 2012 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Ford | Ferrari |
| Model | Aerostar | California |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
