1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1995 Ford Aerostar

To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 3 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (134 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 180 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aerostar.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ferrari 456M 1995 Ford Aerostar
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 456M Aerostar
Year Released 1998 1995
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5473 cc 2979 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 435 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 550 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1695 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 3030 mm


 

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