1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1992 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1679 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 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, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1992 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Caterham |
Model | Lagonda | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2260 mm |