1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1967 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 923 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 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, 1967 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1967 Ferrari 330 | |
Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
Model | Super 7 | 330 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 390 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 71 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 90 L |