1998 BMW 323 vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, both 1998 BMW 323 and 1998 Ford Laser were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 323 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 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 323 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 323 | 1998 Ford Laser | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 323 | Laser |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |