2011 BMW X6 vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1984 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1825 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X6 | 1984 Ford Laser | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X6 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 779 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2615 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4879 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1689 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2370 mm |
