2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1955 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Porsche 550 A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Porsche 550 A weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1955 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Caterham | Porsche |
| Model | 7 | 550 A |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2110 mm |
