2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 8 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1470 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.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Caterham | Porsche |
| Model | 7 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2918 mm |
