2009 BMW 535 vs. 1998 Caterham C21
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1998 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1998 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 535 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1998 Caterham C21. 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 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 535 | 1998 Caterham C21 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | 535 | C21 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |