2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (205 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Convertible | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
