1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 990 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Caterham | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Super 7 | E |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
