1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Bravo would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (297 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1985 Caterham 1700. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo should accelerate faster than 1985 Caterham 1700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo weights approximately 542 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1974 Lamborghini Bravo | |
| Make | Caterham | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1700 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2260 mm |
