2004 BMW M5 vs. 1996 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1996 Caterham 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1996 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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M5 | 1996 Caterham 7 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | M5 | 7 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |