1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 1981 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Ford Aerostar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 255 kg more than 1981 Porsche 911.
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, 1981 Porsche 911 (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Aerostar | 1981 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Aerostar | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |