1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1995 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 2004 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1995 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, 1973 BMW 2004 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1995 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 2004 | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
