2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 1265 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Caterham | BMW |
Model | 7 | 335 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |