2008 BMW 760 vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 5 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 1615 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, 2008 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7. 2008 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2003 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2003 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 760 | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | 760 | 7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 440 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2230 mm |