2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1959 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2004 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1959 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Caterham | Maserati |
| Model | 7 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
