2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Porsche 356 weights approximately 322 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 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Caterham | Porsche |
| Model | 7 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 762 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 |
