2003 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |
