2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2002 Caterham Superlight R
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Caterham Superlight R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Caterham Superlight R would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
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, 2006 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2002 Caterham Superlight R | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | Z4 | Superlight R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
