1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1991 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1991 Ford Aerostar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 384 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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, 1991 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1991 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2002 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
