2000 Opel Speedster vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2000 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1392 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Speedster | 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
Make | Opel | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Speedster | Park Ward |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5377 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |