1996 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 909 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 630 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 2005 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2005 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa. 2005 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Corsa | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Corsa | 630 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
