2002 BMW 735 vs. 1995 Caterham 21
To start off, 2002 BMW 735 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1995 Caterham 21. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 735 weights approximately 1287 kg more than 1995 Caterham 21. 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 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21. 2002 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1995 Caterham 21 has manual transmission. 1995 Caterham 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 735 | 1995 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 735 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2260 mm |
