1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 22 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, 2012 BMW 120 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 BMW 120.
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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Aerostar | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Aerostar | 120 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
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 | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |