1991 BMW 318 vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 318 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
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, 2003 Caterham 7 (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 318 | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | 318 | 7 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |