2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (251 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 1216 kg more than 2004 Caterham 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z9 | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | Z9 | 7 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2230 mm |