1994 Caterham Seven vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Caterham Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Caterham Seven would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 255 more horse power than 1994 Caterham Seven. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1994 Caterham Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1091 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Caterham Seven. (203 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Caterham Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Caterham Seven | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Caterham | Aston Martin |
| Model | Seven | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1257 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2604 mm |
