1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 20 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1374 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7. 2012 Porsche Panamera 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. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Caterham | Porsche |
| Model | Super 7 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 100 L |
