1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1966 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,927 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (317 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1985 Caterham 1700. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1985 Caterham 1700.
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, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (373 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm). This means 1966 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1966 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | Caterham | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1700 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
