2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 12 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 1015 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Caterham | BMW |
Model | 7 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2497 mm |