2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1986 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP) has 312 more horse power than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1986 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
