1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster 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 2,855 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (249 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
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 Porsche Boxster (309 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Caterham | Porsche |
| Model | Super 7 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2420 mm |
