2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB would be higher. At 1,850 cc, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB weights approximately 803 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, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB (260 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | 7 | 328 GTB |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 | 1263 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |
