1995 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1997 Ford Aerostar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 BMW 330.
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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1997 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
