2007 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Caterham C21
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 834 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
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, 1997 Caterham C21 (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1997 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 1997 Caterham C21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1997 Caterham C21 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | 325 | C21 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |