2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 910 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
