1989 BMW 850 vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1989 BMW 850 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 BMW 850 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 1989 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa, 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 850 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
