2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
Model | 7 | Camaro |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |