1992 Plymouth Laser vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 740 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 2012 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Plymouth Laser | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Plymouth | BMW |
| Model | Laser | 740 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3210 mm |
