2009 BMW 135 vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 19 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, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 135 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
