1993 Ford Aerostar vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
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, 2010 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Aerostar | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Aerostar | 125 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |