2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2003 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 Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | Z4 | 7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.3 mm |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 209 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 | 1260 kg | 500 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 |