2005 BMW 330 vs. 2000 Caterham 21
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 950 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2000 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 330 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
