2009 BMW 320 vs. 1993 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 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, 2009 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1993 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 225 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 | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
