1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
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, 2000 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21. 2000 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1997 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 1997 Caterham C21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 2000 BMW 330 | |
Make | Caterham | BMW |
Model | C21 | 330 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |