2003 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 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 112 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 925 kg more than 2000 Caterham 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | M3 | 7 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 235 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 | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |