2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1990 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 700 kg more than 1990 Plymouth 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, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1990 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | Convertible | Laser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2480 mm |
