2006 BMW 530 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 530 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
