1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM weights approximately 196 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21. 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
Model | C21 | 250 LM |
Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |