1995 Caterham 21 vs. 1998 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1995 Caterham 21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 702 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham 21 | 1998 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | 21 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |
