1959 BMW 600 vs. 1983 Ford Laser
To start off, 1983 Ford Laser is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Laser weights approximately 240 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Ford Laser (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600. 1983 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1983 Ford Laser | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2370 mm |
