1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster 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, 2010 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Caterham | BMW |
Model | C21 | 325 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |