2007 BMW 130 vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1998 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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 130 | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 130 | Speedster |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |