1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru BRZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru BRZ weights approximately 715 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, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
Make | Caterham | Subaru |
Model | Super 7 | BRZ |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |