1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 719 kg more than 1995 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, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham Super 7 | 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | Super 7 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 74 L |
