1994 BMW 520 vs. 1999 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1999 Opel Speedster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Opel Speedster. (147 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 549 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Opel Speedster (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 520 | 1999 Opel Speedster | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 520 | Speedster |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |