1992 Ford Aerostar vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 Ford Aerostar. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Aerostar | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Aerostar | 530 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |