2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS

To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 773 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, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Caterham 7 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS
Make Caterham Ferrari
Model 7 328 GTS
Year Released 2003 1990
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1794 cc 3186 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 160 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 5750 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.3 mm 73.6 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 500 kg 1273 kg
Vehicle Length 3110 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 810 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2360 mm


 

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