1962 BMW 700 vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 700 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 700 | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | 700 | 7 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2230 mm |