2004 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Caterham Superlight R
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Caterham Superlight R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Caterham Superlight R would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
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, 2004 BMW 325 (222 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2002 Caterham Superlight R | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 325 | Superlight R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 220 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 | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
