2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Caterham Beaulieu would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
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, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | Beaulieu | 575 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 105 L |
