1998 Ford Laser vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 705 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 2013 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 2013 BMW M5. 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2013 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Laser | M5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4863 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1846 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2889 mm |
