1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2005 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 600 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, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (132 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 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 | 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Caterham | Morgan |
| Model | Super 7 | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| 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 | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
