2007 BMW 323 vs. 1995 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 2,497 cc, 2007 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 936 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 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, 2007 BMW 323 (231 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 1995 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 323 | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
