1957 BMW 600 vs. 2003 Caterham 7

To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 600 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.

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, 2003 Caterham 7 (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.

Compare all specifications:

1957 BMW 600 2003 Caterham 7
Make BMW Caterham
Model 600 7
Year Released 1957 2003
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 583 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 20 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 38 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5750 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 550 kg 500 kg
Vehicle Length 2910 mm 3110 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 810 mm
Wheelbase Size 1710 mm 2230 mm


 

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