1992 BMW 332 vs. 1985 Caterham 1700
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Caterham 1700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Caterham 1700 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1985 Caterham 1700. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1985 Caterham 1700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 897 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1985 Caterham 1700 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 332 | 1700 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2240 mm |
