2006 BMW 730 vs. 1993 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1993 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, 2006 BMW 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 1993 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 730 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
