1988 BMW 524 vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 524 (113 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 524 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 55 kg more than 1988 BMW 524.
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, 1988 BMW 524 (210 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 1988 BMW 524 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 524 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
