2003 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Caterham C21
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21. 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2000 Caterham C21 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | 520 | C21 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |