1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 19 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1680 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Caterham | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Super 7 | CL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2954 mm |
