2007 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2004 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2004 Opel Speedster | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 530 | Speedster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |