2009 BMW 116 vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
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, 1998 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 116 | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 116 | Speedster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |