2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1983 TVR 350i
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 TVR 350i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 TVR 350i would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR 350i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR 350i (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR 350i should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 TVR 350i weights approximately 723 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, 1983 TVR 350i (298 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm). This means 1983 TVR 350i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1983 TVR 350i | |
| Make | Caterham | TVR |
| Model | 7 | 350i |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 246 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 | 440 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
