2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 1105 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (260 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Caterham | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 7 | 280 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |