2004 BMW Z4 vs. 2001 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Opel Speedster. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Speedster. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW Z4 | 2001 Opel Speedster | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Z4 | Speedster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |