2009 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 377 kg more than 2000 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, 2009 BMW 320 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 320 | Speedster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |