2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1992 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1992 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (264 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1992 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
| Model | CTS | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 36 L |
