2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1997 McLaren F1
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 McLaren F1 weights approximately 730 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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1997 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Caterham | McLaren |
Model | 7 | F1 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |