1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1965 Porsche 904
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 904. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Porsche 904 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1965 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Caterham | Porsche |
| Model | Super 7 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
