2009 BMW 650 vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2009 BMW 650 and 2009 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 273 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2009 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 650 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 650 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
