2009 BMW 125 vs. 1992 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1992 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 125 | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 36 L |
