1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 21 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 2089 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Caterham | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Super 7 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1598 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3320 mm |
