1994 BMW M3 vs. 1998 Caterham C21
To start off, 1998 Caterham C21 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1998 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1998 Caterham C21. 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 M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M3 | 1998 Caterham C21 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | M3 | C21 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |