1969 BMW 2800 vs. 2005 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2005 Opel Speedster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 2800 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2005 Opel Speedster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Opel Speedster (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 2800. (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
1969 BMW 2800 | 2005 Opel Speedster | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 2800 | Speedster |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |