1981 BMW 745 vs. 1994 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1994 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3030 mm |
