1996 BMW 332 vs. 2001 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2001 Opel Speedster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2001 Opel Speedster. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 612 kg more than 2001 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Speedster. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 332 | 2001 Opel Speedster | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 332 | Speedster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |