2004 BMW 535 vs. 1992 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (251 HP @ 7750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1992 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, 2004 BMW 535 (561 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1992 Caterham Super 7 has manual transmission. 1992 Caterham Super 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 1992 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 535 | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
