1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 1037 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 | 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | Super 7 | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5011 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |
