1986 BMW M6 vs. 1997 Caterham C21
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21. 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M6 | 1997 Caterham C21 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | M6 | C21 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |