2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 230 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 1046 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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | 7 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| 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 | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2350 mm |
