2007 BMW 335 vs. 1996 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Aerostar would be higher. Both 2007 BMW 335 and 1996 Ford Aerostar are equipped with a 2,979 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1996 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
