1995 BMW M3 vs. 1989 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1995 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1989 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 1989 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
