2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 9 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1317 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 1991 Caterham Super 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Caterham Super 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (132 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1991 Caterham Super 7 has manual transmission. 1991 Caterham Super 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
| Model | Seville | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
