2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus SC weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2003 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, 1995 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Caterham | Lexus |
| Model | 7 | SC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
