2009 BMW 750 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 880 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2009 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 750 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 750 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |