2009 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | 530 | 7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |