2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1959 Maserati 250
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 250 would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 250 (232 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Maserati 250 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1959 Maserati 250 | |
| Make | Caterham | Maserati |
| Model | 7 | 250 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 660 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2160 mm |
