2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 1060 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Caterham | Porsche |
| Model | 7 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 319 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
