2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 7 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 1000 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | Beaulieu | F430 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 110 L |
