1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 829 kg more than 1995 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham Super 7 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Caterham | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Super 7 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
