2002 BMW 332 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 1 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 750 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 2002 BMW 332 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 2002 BMW 332. 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 332 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
