1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 1996 Ford Aerostar is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 855 kg more than 1960 TVR Grantura. 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, 1996 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 TVR Grantura. (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 TVR Grantura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Aerostar | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Aerostar | Grantura |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2140 mm |
