2005 Opel Speedster vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 591 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Speedster. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Speedster. 2009 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Speedster | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Speedster | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 61 L |
