2008 BMW 650 vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 650 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2370 mm |
