2008 BMW 328 vs. 1987 Ford Laser
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1987 Ford Laser | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
