1993 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 954 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1993 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1993 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Corsa | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Corsa | 535 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2969 mm |
