1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 969 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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M 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 | 1996 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | Super 7 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
