2007 Alpina D3 vs. 1995 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 971 kg more than 1995 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina D3 | 1995 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | Alpina | Caterham |
Model | D3 | Super 7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |