2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1440 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2690 mm |
