1995 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2005 Opel Speedster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Opel Speedster.
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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Speedster. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 2005 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
