1983 BMW 323 vs. 1993 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1993 Ford Aerostar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 283 kg more than 1983 BMW 323.
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, 1993 Ford Aerostar (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 323 | 1993 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
