1995 Caterham 21 vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 4 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 1995 Caterham 21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 352 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham 21 | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | 21 | F50 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 10497 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69 mm |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 371 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 84 L |
