2007 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1998 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1998 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1998 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |
