1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1997 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 2 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. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 115 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.
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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1997 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z9 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3030 mm |
