1992 BMW M3 vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW M3 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW M3 | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M3 | Speedster |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |