2009 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1193 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
