1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1994 Ford Laser
To start off, 1994 Ford Laser is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Laser weights approximately 15 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1994 Ford Laser | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 1600 | Laser |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |