2001 BMW 735 vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 1 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 3,429 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 1515 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, 2001 BMW 735 (350 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2001 BMW 735 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. 2001 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 735 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3429 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2230 mm |
