2012 BMW 535 vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 535 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 2012 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 535 | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4899 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2510 mm |
