1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 696 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 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 | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | Super 7 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84.4 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 240 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 | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |