1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2000 Caterham 21
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21. 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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 2000 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | Z8 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |
