1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 7 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1112 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS 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 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Caterham | Lincoln |
| Model | Super 7 | LS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2990 mm |
