1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (276 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 775 kg more than 1992 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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (481 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
Model | Super 7 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |