1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 1010 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, 1996 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC 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 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Caterham | Lexus |
| Model | Super 7 | SC |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
