1994 BMW 740 vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 10 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 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2004 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7. 1994 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2004 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2004 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 740 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2230 mm |
