2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW M1 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2003 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, 1979 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 1979 BMW M1 | |
Make | Caterham | BMW |
Model | 7 | M1 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |