1978 BMW M1 vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2000 Caterham 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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW M1 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | M1 | 7 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1137 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 10750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2260 mm |