1996 Caterham 7 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Caterham 7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1996 Caterham 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1996 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 1107 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Caterham 7 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | 7 | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
