2005 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | 330 | 7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.3 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2230 mm |