2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 10 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 1800 kg more than 2000 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2010 BMW 550 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. 2010 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Caterham | BMW |
Model | 7 | 550 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3066 mm |