2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Corsa | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
