1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 2260 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Caterham | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Super 7 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3910 mm |
