1995 BMW M5 vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 717 kg more than 2000 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M5 | Speedster |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |