1994 BMW 735 vs. 1995 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 735 (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 1266 kg more than 1995 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, 1994 BMW 735 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 735 | 1995 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | 735 | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2260 mm |