1994 BMW 735 vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 735 (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 815 kg more than 2003 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, 1994 BMW 735 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 735 | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 735 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2400 mm |
