2007 BMW 130 vs. 1995 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Aerostar would be higher. Both 2007 BMW 130 and 1995 Ford Aerostar are equipped with a 2,979 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (134 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aerostar.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1995 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
