2007 BMW M vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2007 BMW M and 2007 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Because 2007 BMW M 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 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |