2009 BMW 328 vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 328 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1137 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 10750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
