1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Caterham 1700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Caterham 1700 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1985 Caterham 1700. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1985 Caterham 1700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 1191 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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | 1700 | 575M Maranello |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
