2007 BMW 530 vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 530 | Aerostar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |