1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 20 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 725 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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (132 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster 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 | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Caterham | Tesla |
| Model | Super 7 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2352 mm |
