2005 BMW 316 vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
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, 1998 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 316 | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 316 | Speedster |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |