2005 BMW 535 vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1987 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, 2005 BMW 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 535 | Aerostar |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |