2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1228 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 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
