2008 BMW 528 vs. 2007 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 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, 2008 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 2007 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 528 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
