2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 980 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa. 2012 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Corsa | 650 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
