2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 935 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 2004 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2004 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2004 BMW 316 | |
Make | Caterham | BMW |
Model | 7 | 316 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |