2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1960 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Porsche 356. (135 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Porsche 356 weights approximately 326 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 | 1960 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Caterham | Porsche |
| Model | 7 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6500 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 | 460 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2110 mm |
