1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1991 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 Z3 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Z3 | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | Z3 | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |