2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1958 Maserati GT 3500
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati GT 3500 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati GT 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Maserati GT 3500 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2003 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, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | |
Make | Caterham | Maserati |
Model | 7 | GT 3500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |