1997 BMW 318 vs. 1994 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1997 BMW 318 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 BMW 318. 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, 1994 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 318 | 1994 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
