1998 BMW 316 vs. 2007 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 Opel Speedster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 2007 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 316 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |
