2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2003 Spyker C8
To start off, both 2003 Caterham 7 and 2003 Spyker C8 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Spyker C8 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2003 Spyker C8 | |
| Make | Caterham | Spyker |
| Model | 7 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
