1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Aerostar | 118 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
