2003 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 831 kg more than 1995 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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1995 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | M3 | Super 7 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |