1996 Caterham 7 vs. 1991 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1996 Caterham 7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1996 Caterham 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1996 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 987 kg more than 1996 Caterham 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Caterham 7 | 1991 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | 7 | 348 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 95 L |
