2006 BMW 650 vs. 2003 Ford Laser
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2003 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Laser.
Because 2006 BMW 650 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 2006 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 2003 Ford Laser | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 650 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
