2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 13 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 953 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 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Corsa | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
