1990 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Opel Speedster. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M3 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
