1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 15 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1992 Caterham Super 7 has manual transmission. 1992 Caterham Super 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | Super 7 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3510 mm |
