2009 BMW 750 vs. 1994 Caterham Seven
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Caterham Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Caterham Seven would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (362 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1994 Caterham Seven. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1994 Caterham Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1994 Caterham Seven. 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 750 (491 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Caterham Seven. (203 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Caterham Seven. 2009 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1994 Caterham Seven has manual transmission. 1994 Caterham Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 1994 Caterham Seven | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | 750 | Seven |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2240 mm |
