2009 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
Make | BMW | Caterham |
Model | M3 | 7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1137 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 10750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |