1974 BMW 3 vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 3 weights approximately 923 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 BMW 3 (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (132 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 3 | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | 3 | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 171 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 | 1433 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2240 mm |