2006 BMW 650 vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva, 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 650 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |
