1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 930 weights approximately 486 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Caterham | Porsche |
Model | C21 | 930 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |