2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1977 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1977 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
Model | Beaulieu | Camaro |
Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |