2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 1070 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | 7 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
