1980 Ford Laser vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 335 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 2009 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser. 2009 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Laser | 335 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
