2003 Opel Speedster vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 519 kg more than 2003 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, 2012 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Speedster | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Speedster | 118 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 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 | 145 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 51 L |
