2009 BMW 120 vs. 1999 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 10 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Opel Speedster. (147 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Speedster. (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1999 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 120 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |
