1971 Bizzarrini GT vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Bizzarrini GT weights approximately 140 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Bizzarrini GT | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Caterham |
| Model | GT | 7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2230 mm |
