2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2003 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 1215 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, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2003 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | 7 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
