2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 10 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 2011 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2001 Caterham Beaulieu has manual transmission. 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Caterham | Infiniti |
| Model | Beaulieu | EX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 76 L |
