2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 950 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Caterham | Porsche |
Model | 7 | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 76.4 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 | 490 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |