2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, both 2004 Caterham 7 and 2004 Ferrari Maranello were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 1205 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, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 2004 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
Model | 7 | Maranello |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |