2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 12 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1191 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Caterham | Aston Martin |
Model | 7 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2601 mm |