2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1966 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Mustang weights approximately 739 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang. 1966 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1966 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 6385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 102.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
