2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 955 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 Porsche 911 (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Caterham | Porsche |
Model | 7 | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2451 mm |