1992 BMW 316 vs. 1991 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1992 BMW 316 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 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, 1991 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 316 | 1991 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 316 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| 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 | 101 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
