1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1985 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 775 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, 1985 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 208 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 | 1985 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | Super 7 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 74 L |
