2006 BMW 525 vs. 1995 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1995 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1995 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 525 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 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1995 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 525 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
