1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 19 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 1110 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.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Caterham Super 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 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 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Caterham | Audi |
| Model | Super 7 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 90 L |
