2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2000 Caterham 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
Make | Caterham | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 7 | 420 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |