1990 BMW 316 vs. 1997 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1997 Ford Aerostar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 435 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. 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, 1997 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1997 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 316 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
