1957 BMW 600 vs. 2000 Ford Laser
To start off, 2000 Ford Laser is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Laser weights approximately 565 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 BMW 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600. 2000 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1957 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1957 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2000 Ford Laser | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2620 mm |
