1995 Caterham 21 vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1995 Caterham 21 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1995 Caterham 21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 804 kg more than 1995 Caterham 21. 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham 21 | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | 21 | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 110 L |
