2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | Caterham | Opel |
| Model | 7 | GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
