1971 BMW 2002 vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002.
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 (210 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (197 Nm). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 2002 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
