1997 Ford Aerostar vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Aerostar would be higher. Both 1997 Ford Aerostar and 2013 BMW 7 Series are equipped with a 2,979 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 538 kg more than 1997 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Aerostar | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Aerostar | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
