2007 BMW 335 vs. 1997 Caterham C21
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1997 Caterham C21 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 335 | C21 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
