1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 2,400 cc, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 weights approximately 700 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 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 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Caterham | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Super 7 | C 111 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| 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 | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
