1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1992 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
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, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac DeVille | 1992 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
Model | DeVille | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2260 mm |