1995 BMW 318 vs. 1995 Ford Aerostar
To start off, both 1995 BMW 318 and 1995 Ford Aerostar were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Aerostar (134 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 BMW 318. 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, 1995 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 318 | 1995 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 318 | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |