1996 Caterham 7 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1996 Caterham 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1172 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Caterham 7 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 61 L |
