2001 Ford Laser vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2001 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 630 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 2008 BMW 630. 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, 2008 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser. 2008 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Laser | 2008 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Laser | 630 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
