1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2007 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2007 TVR Sagaris is newer by 16 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 TVR Sagaris weights approximately 720 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, 2007 TVR Sagaris (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Sagaris 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 | 2007 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Caterham | TVR |
| Model | Super 7 | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 65 L |
