1986 BMW M5 vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, 1991 Ford Laser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,428 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1991 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 BMW M5 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 1986 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M5 | 1991 Ford Laser | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
