2001 BMW Compact vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2001 BMW Compact and 2001 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW Compact is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW Compact. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Opel Signum (300 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Compact | Signum |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
