1992 BMW 740 vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7. 1992 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2003 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2003 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 740 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
