1998 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 832 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 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, 1998 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 1995 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | 325 | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 30 L |