2009 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Caterham Superlight R
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Caterham Superlight R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Caterham Superlight R would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. (190 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
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 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2002 Caterham Superlight R | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 325 | Superlight R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2230 mm |
