2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 10 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 1270 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.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2779 mm |
