2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham C21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Caterham | BMW |
| Model | C21 | 528 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2888 mm |
