1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 612 more horse power than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saleen S7 weights approximately 693 kg more than 1995 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, 2005 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 793 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 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 | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Caterham | Saleen |
| Model | Super 7 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 399 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 | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2692 mm |
