2002 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 Opel Speedster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2004 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 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Speedster. 2002 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2004 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |
