2007 BMW M6 vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 2000 Caterham 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2007 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | M6 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2230 mm |
