1995 Audi A6 vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Caterham Super 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (132 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | A6 | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
