2007 BMW 550 vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1991 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1991 Ford Laser | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
