2007 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 BMW 740 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Opel Speedster. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 740 weights approximately 980 kg more than 2006 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Speedster. 2007 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 740 | 2006 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 740 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 36 L |
