1994 BMW 740 vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 1202 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 740 | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | 740 | 7 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2230 mm |