1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2003 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 1121 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, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello 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 | 2003 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | Super 7 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 105 L |
