1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 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 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 983 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper 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 | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Caterham | Dodge |
| Model | Super 7 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 8195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
