2007 BMW 328 vs. 1989 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1989 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
