2007 BMW 650 vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2011 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 650 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 650 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
