1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1962 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1991 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, 1962 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1962 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Caterham | Jaguar |
| Model | Super 7 | MK X |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 90 L |
