2004 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
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, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1992 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 325 | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
