2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1051 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 819 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4476 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2685 mm |
