1994 Caterham Seven vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1994 Caterham Seven is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 1994 Caterham Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Caterham Seven. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1994 Caterham Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa weights approximately 140 kg more than 1994 Caterham Seven. 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, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Caterham Seven. (203 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Caterham Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Caterham Seven | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | Seven | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1983 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2260 mm |
