1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1977 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari 308. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
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, 1977 Ferrari 308 (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1977 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | C21 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
