2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari F1 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (771 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 571 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 weights approximately 1200 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, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (373 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | 7 | F1 2000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 771 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3020 mm |
