2001 Opel Speedster vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Speedster (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 547 kg more than 2001 Opel Speedster.
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, 2001 Opel Speedster (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Speedster | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Speedster | 118 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 51 L |