2008 BMW 120 vs. 1992 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 120 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 BMW 120.
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, 2008 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 1992 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 120 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
