2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 25 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 22 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW M1 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2004 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 1979 BMW M1 | |
Make | Caterham | BMW |
Model | 7 | M1 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 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 |