1998 BMW 316 vs. 2001 Ford Laser
To start off, 2001 Ford Laser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Ford Laser.
Because 1998 BMW 316 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 1998 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1998 BMW 316 (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 2001 Ford Laser | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 316 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
