1980 BMW M1 vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (251 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 946 kg more than 2004 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, 1980 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M1 | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | M1 | 7 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2230 mm |