1990 BMW M3 vs. 1997 Caterham C21
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
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, 1997 Caterham C21 (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1997 Caterham C21 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | M3 | C21 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2260 mm |