2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2008 BMW 645
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Caterham Beaulieu would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 2008 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 2001 Caterham Beaulieu has manual transmission. 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2008 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Caterham | BMW |
| Model | Beaulieu | 645 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
