1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 715 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino 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 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | Super 7 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2350 mm |
