2008 BMW 328 vs. 1999 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Opel Speedster. (147 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Speedster.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Speedster. (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1999 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 328 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
