2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (164 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2000 Caterham 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Caterham | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 7 | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 80.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2950 mm |