2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 803 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
Model | 7 | 328 GTS |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |