1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2008 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2008 Opel Speedster is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 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, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Speedster. 1973 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 2008 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 3.3 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 36 L |
