2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 1267 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, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
Make | Caterham | Jaguar |
Model | 7 | MK IX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3050 mm |