2009 BMW 750 vs. 2007 Opel Speedster

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 Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Speedster 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 166 more horse power than 2007 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 945 kg more than 2007 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Speedster. 2009 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Speedster 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.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 750 2007 Opel Speedster
Make BMW Opel
Model 750 Speedster
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4799 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 363 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 243 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.9 seconds 4.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 36 L


 

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