2009 BMW 550 vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1998 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 550 | Speedster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |