1999 BMW 529 vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1998 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 529 | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 529 | Speedster |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |