2008 BMW 750 vs. 2000 Caterham C21
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 1084 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21. 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, 2008 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21. 2008 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham C21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 750 | 2000 Caterham C21 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | 750 | C21 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3499 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2260 mm |