2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR 390. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR 390 would be higher. At 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR 390 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR 390 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 TVR 390 weights approximately 647 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, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1985 TVR 390 | |
Make | Caterham | TVR |
Model | 7 | 390 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 77.1 mm |
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 | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |