1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 1039 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Caterham | BMW |
Model | Super 7 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 53 L |