2007 BMW 328 vs. 1987 Opel Corsa

To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1987 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Corsa.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 328 1987 Opel Corsa
Make BMW Opel
Model 328 Corsa
Year Released 2007 1987
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 68 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2800 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L