2007 BMW 545 vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2003 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 545 | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 545 | Speedster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |