2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 640 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 2012 BMW 640. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa, 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa. 2012 BMW 640 has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Corsa | 640 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| 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 | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
