1992 BMW 520 vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 1018 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | 520 | 7 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 810 mm |