2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 8 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 1000 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, 2009 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 2009 BMW 325 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. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Caterham | BMW |
Model | Beaulieu | 325 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 63 L |