2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 11 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Caterham | BMW |
Model | 7 | 325 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |