1962 BMW 1800 vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,771 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1800 weights approximately 533 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 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, 1962 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 1800 | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 36 L |
