2002 BMW 332 vs. 1992 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 10 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (251 HP @ 7750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 1992 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 332 | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2260 mm |
