1998 Caterham C21 vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1998 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 1070 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Caterham C21 | 2010 BMW 328 | |
Make | Caterham | BMW |
Model | C21 | 328 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2761 mm |