2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 12 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 860 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 2013 BMW M3 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 2013 BMW M3. 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Corsa | M3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2761 mm |
