1973 BMW 525 vs. 1992 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1992 Ford Aerostar is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 143 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 BMW 525.
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, 1992 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 525 | 1992 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3030 mm |
