1994 BMW 740 vs. 1985 Ford Laser
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1985 Ford Laser. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1985 Ford Laser | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
