2001 BMW 730 vs. 1992 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 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, 2001 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 1992 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 730 | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2260 mm |
