2007 BMW 130 vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 9 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser.
Because 2007 BMW 130 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 2007 BMW 130. 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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
