1983 BMW 525 vs. 1994 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 265 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1994 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
