2009 BMW 650 vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 650 | Speedster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
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 | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |