2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 10 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 955 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Caterham | BMW |
Model | Beaulieu | Z4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |