2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 1246 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, 2005 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2005 BMW 320 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. 2005 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2005 BMW 320 | |
Make | Caterham | BMW |
Model | 7 | 320 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |