2007 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2008 Opel Speedster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2008 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 2008 Opel Speedster | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M3 | Speedster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |