2005 BMW 325 vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
